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Cleveland C54587 Straight Flute Hand Tap 3/8"-16 pneumatic accessory
Straight flute hand tap cuts 3/8"-16 UNC threads in through-holes using high-speed steel
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- Straight flute design clears chips efficiently in through holes
- High-speed steel construction resists wear during repetitive tapping tasks
- UNC 3/8"-16 thread standard matches common fastener sizes
- Four-flute geometry improves thread accuracy and tool stability
- Bright uncoated finish suits general-purpose threading applications
Cleveland C54587 Straight Flute Hand Tap
The Cleveland C54587 is a three-piece tap kit designed to cut right-hand UNC threads in a 3/8"-16 size. It suits maintenance technicians and machinists who need to create internal threads by hand in metal workpieces.
High-speed steel construction with four flutes
Each tap is made from bright uncoated high-speed steel and features four straight flutes with an H3 thread limit for a Class 3B fit. The 75 percent thread drill size is 5/16 in, requiring a matching drill bit to prepare the hole before tapping.
Steady cutting in through-hole applications
The straight flute geometry evacuates chips ahead of the cutter, making it effective for through-hole work where chips can fall clear. In blind holes the flutes can pack with swarf, so frequent reversal is needed to break and clear chips during sustained threading.
Highlights
- Straight flute design clears chips efficiently in through holes
- High-speed steel construction resists wear during repetitive tapping tasks
- UNC 3/8"-16 thread standard matches common fastener sizes
- Four-flute geometry improves thread accuracy and tool stability
- Bright uncoated finish suits general-purpose threading applications
Specifications
| Brand | CLEVELAND |
|---|---|
| Type | Taps |
Questions about this item
Will the 3/8"-16 tap stay accurate after repeated hand threading?
The H3 thread limit and 3B class of fit maintain tolerance through sustained use.
Does the high-speed steel overheat during all-day tapping?
Bright uncoated HSS dissipates heat efficiently in intermittent hand operation.
Must I already have a 5/16" drill bit for the 75 percent thread?
Yes, a 5/16" drill is required to prepare the correct hole size.
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